Bolivia

Bolivia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bolivia in August.

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La Paz Sucre Cochabamba Copacabana

Planning a trip to Bolivia this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Bolivia in August

The weather in Bolivia in August can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Comunidad Yumani at 13°C (55°F) to very warm in Cobija at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Cobija and 6°C (43°F) in Comunidad Yumani.

For a closer look at conditions across Bolivia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Salar de Uyuni with an average of 3.1 mm (0.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in Coroico with 156 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, La Paz gets approximately 248 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Bolivia in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bolivia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bolivia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Bolivia?

Temperature range in Bolivia (August)

Precipitation variation in Bolivia (August)

La Paz

In August La Paz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
248 hours
210 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in La Paz →

Santa Cruz de la Sierra

In August Santa Cruz de la Sierra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Santa Cruz de la Sierra →

Sucre

In August Sucre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sucre →

Cochabamba

In August Cochabamba generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Cochabamba →

Copacabana

In August Copacabana generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Copacabana →

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In our records: Bolivia August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Bolivia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest August daytime high in Bolivia was -1°C (30°F) in El Alto on August 27, 1980.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bolivia in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Paz 15°C (59°F) 0°C (32°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Sucre 22°C (72°F) 6°C (43°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Cochabamba 19°C (66°F) 4°C (39°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Copacabana 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Uyuni 15°C (59°F) -2°C (28°F) 4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Trinidad 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 51 mm (2 in)

Bolivia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bolivia in August?

Expect tolerable weather across Bolivia in August. The popular destination of La Paz averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 0°C (32°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Bolivia in August?

La Paz averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 0°C (32°F).

Does Bolivia get a lot of snow/rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Bolivia. La Paz averages only about 52 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Bolivia?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Bolivia with overall tolerable weather in La Paz.

On average, the best time to visit Bolivia is in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally tolerable weather in La Paz.

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